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## Introduction to Qualities
This is the first verse of the hymn called 'Yuktyanusasan', which follows the last verse. In this verse, the Acharya has presented a very important sentiment. Addressing Lord Shri Vardhaman (Mahavira), he expresses his feelings about this hymn, which can be understood as follows:
"O Bhagavan, this hymn is not composed out of attachment towards you. It cannot be, because we are seekers of truth, and you have severed the bonds of existence - you have detached yourself from the world. In such a situation, attachment towards your personality cannot be the reason for the creation of this hymn.
This hymn is also not related to any hatred towards others. As we are solitary beings, we do not harbor any hatred towards anyone's personality. We even consider the study of vices to be harmful, and since we do not engage in such study, that 'harm' is not present in us. Therefore, hatred towards others cannot be the reason for the creation of this hymn.
Then what is the reason or purpose of this hymn? The purpose is to guide those who wish to discern right and wrong, and those who desire to understand the qualities and defects of natural substances. This hymn, along with your story of virtues, is presented as a means of seeking welfare.
Furthermore, the breaking of the bonds of existence, which you have achieved, is also the goal for us - to break our own and others' worldly attachments."
**Note:** This translation incorporates the Jain terms "Bhagavan", "Yuktyanusasan", and "Acharya".